Project Controls Cost Analyst

Luzco Technologies • Akron, OH

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About The Position

Join LUZCO's Project Controls team and help deliver successful engineering and construction projects. The Project Controls Cost Analyst partners with project managers, engineers, and construction teams to monitor project performance, track budgets, analyze financial data, and provide accurate forecasts throughout the project lifecycle. The role supports projects at different stages of design and construction, maintaining reporting tools and identifying opportunities to improve financial performance. It involves working with data, solving problems, and collaborating across teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business.
• 4+ years of related experience in project controls or construction/project management support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think independently and make quick, sound decisions.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Partner with 5–6 project managers to support projects at various stages of design and construction.
• Develop, maintain, and update cost reports, cash flows, and forecasts.
• Ensure accurate reporting and perform quality checks on project controls deliverables.
• Compare schedules with financial data to verify that project timelines align.
• Integrate and analyze data in Excel using formulas, pivot tables, macros, and other tools.
• Review upstream and downstream change orders and track budgets against purchase orders and subcontracts.
• Analyze project reports, present findings, and make recommendations to the project controls team.
• Serve as a technical point of contact for APMs, PMs, Lead Engineers, and Construction staff.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive 401(k) match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Employee recognition platform.
• Flexible scheduling arranged with a supervisor.
• Support for continuing education, certifications, and professional growth.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Weekly happy hours, team lunches, and a stocked kitchen.
• Dogs in the office and a casual dress code.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level